Fed up with your 9-5? Making money by doing something you actually enjoy might feel like an unattainable dream – but it doesn't have to be. 

After all, everyone has a hobby or two and, while we don’t necessarily pursue them for financial gain, some pastimes can be seriously profitable.

Read on to take a look at our round-up of the most lucrative hobbies, and discover the stories of the real-life people who've turned their interests into successful side hustles. All dollar amounts in US dollars, unless otherwise stated.